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Fujifilm (Thailand) Ltd. organized a seminar entitled “Future Printing Trends with Flexographic Technology” to make further inroads into the printing and packaging business. In collaboration with its partners - Esko, Techno Global Graphics, and Press Systems Group, the company presented state-of-the-art technologies and unveiled printing and packaging trends that meet the demands in the new era where efficiency, convenience, and eco-friendliness are top priorities. At the seminar, Fujifilm also showcased its eco-friendly water-washable Flexo plate “Flenex FW.” In her informative talk, Ms. Mayuree Paklamjeak, a packaging expert with over 40-year experience in the industry, shared an overview of the latest printing and packaging trends in Thailand and the world. She shed light on how businesses can quickly and efficiently adapt to provide a one-stop solution to meet the demands of the future printing landscape.
Mr. So Maruo, Managing Director of FUJIFILM (Thailand) Ltd. “As a global leader in printing solutions and the leading provider of Total Printing Solution, we place great importance on innovating technologies suited to the needs of the market and bringing a comprehensive solution portfolio for the new era, under our global 'NEVER STOP Believing In Print' campaign. Graphic Communications is among Fujifilm's business groups that have seen continuous growth. We are now offering an extensive range of printing solutions and equipment including Offset, Digital, and Flexo printing, all equipped with cutting-edge technology that comes with eco-friendly and safe operations. This full line-up confirms Fujifilm's commitment to innovating for a better society. Our goal is to reduce environmental impact in a concrete manner and build a sustainable world, in line with our Value from Innovation slogan.”
Mr. Ratchakrit Temboonsakdi, Business Unit Head of Graphic Communications Business Division, FUJIFILM (Thailand) Ltd., said, “The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the growth of MSMEs and E-commerce in Thailand and worldwide. With the surge of demand for packaging in the market, Fujifilm’s printing business has also experienced solid growth. Thailand’s printing industry is on the upward trend. The country is home to the largest printing industry in Southeast Asia. Over the past few years, the printed packaging sector, including product labels and stickers has been growing exponentially. Today, there is a shift in the demand for printing. Customers now look for high-quality, durable, and customizable printing of various formats and sizes. On top of that, businesses also focus on the cost-efficiency and eco-friendliness of their products. Fujifilm, as a leading Total Printing Solution provider, is offering a one-stop solution that meets the demands and the stringent printing industry standards of the modern world. We will continue to support our partners to create sustainable, mutual success.”
On printing and packaging trends, Ms. Mayuree Paklamjeak, Advisor to the Thai Packaging Design Association and packaging expert, said, “The value of global printing market reached USD1 trillion in 2021, a growth rate of 5.5%, compared to the previous year. Megatrends namely the pandemic, globalization, and climate change have changed the landscape of the printing and packaging industry. Major shifts include the use of low-carbon packaging; tailor-made product packaging of custom sizes and formats; the use of recyclable materials; and the use of printing ink with less than 1% of VOC (Volatile Organic Compound). As for Thailand, the printing and packing industry has grown in line with the growing food & beverage and export sectors. The current value of Thai printing market is at 300 billion baht.” Ms. Mayuree also explained that “Modern-day consumers pay attention to high-quality, convenient and eco-friendly packaging. They also look for brands that care for the environment and are on a mission to create a sustainable society.”
“Brands with beautiful printed materials and packaging that are high-quality, consumer-safe, and environmentally friendly will make an impression and be known as respected brands. In addition, choosing the right printing solution featuring state-of-the-art technology can boost efficiency and speed. Supporting scalable printing, the new solution can also reduce costs and printing waste, while strengthening businesses,” Ms. Mayuree concluded.
During the seminar, Fujifilm showcases Water Washable Flexo Plates called Flenex FW, a printing and packaging solution best suited for sustainability trends. Fujifilm’s water-washable plates enable businesses to create high-quality plates within 30 minutes, supporting large-scale printing while reducing printing costs. Moreover, the Flexo plates flaunt eco-friendly and safe operations among the staff. Featuring a FLEXO water-wash processor, customers can easily manage the plates, leading to a faster and simplified workflow, making more room for business expansion.
In the past three years, the eco-friendly Flexo printing system has experienced 2X growth in Southeast Asia, in line with the global eco-friendly printing trends. Fujifilm is forging ahead to develop printing solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce operational costs, and contribute to a sustainable society, under its global ‘NEVER STOP Believing in Print’ campaign.